The figures in the table below are calculated on the basis of annual NSI data, on the size of the population based on births and deaths, and data from the last census conducted in March 2001. The basic reason for the rise of the cultural expenditure per capita is caused by the significant the rise of GDP - more than twice between 2002 and 2008. For 2009, the level of cultural expenditure per capita is on a level with 2007, mostly because of the decrease in the GDP and budget restrictions of public expenditure. Indicator 1: Public cultural expenditure, all... read more →
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If you are not happy with the results below please do another searchThe Film Industry Act The current Film Industry Act was adopted in 2003. It addresses issues related to the production, distribution, promotion and screening of films in the country, as well as state support for the film industry. The law prioritises as a state policy: • The right of public access to various forms of filmmaking; • Protecting the rights and interests of viewers; • Supporting new talent and young authors; • Presentation of Bulgarian cinema in the country and abroad; and • Creation of conditions for work of foreign film productions in Bulgaria. With the implementation of the Film... read more →
The architectural sites and complexes, as well as art in the public space and landscape architecture fall within the scope of the Cultural Heritage Act (2009). In this law, immovable cultural values are divided into categories, including ‘ensemble meaning’. It includes the spatial characteristics and architectural typology of the group value to which they belong. The section for the conservation of cultural property states that the restoration and conservation activities, as well as the adaptation of immovable cultural property, are carried out by persons with a specialisation in architecture with an additional specialisation in the specific field (such as urbanism... read more →
In 2000, a new law was adopted regarding the obligatory depositing of copies of printed and other works. The objective of the law is to ensure the collection and preservation of copies of printed works; works circulated/disseminated by sound recordings; cine-film or electronic format stored by physical and juridical persons; and dissertations and research works qualifying for academic recognition. These can be works protected within the country and/or produced by Bulgarian citizens abroad. Orders, medals, badges and plaques, coins and bank-notes, post stamps designed for usage in the country are also included in the law. It also regulates the preservation... read more →
The Constitution of the Republic of Bulgaria(1991) stipulates the commitment of the state to be responsible for the national cultural and historic heritage preservation. It stipulates that the natural and archaeological reserves defined by law are exclusively owned by the state and guarantees the natural and irrevocable right to access to cultural heritage without discriminative restrictions of any ethnic-cultural and religious nature. The legislative framework of the cultural and historic heritage sector was defined by two main pieces of legislation. The state cultural policy's main principles are fixed in the Protection and Development of Culture Act (1999), which is a... read more →
In 2010, there was a draft proposal of the Performing Arts Law, which recognised the multiple forms of performing arts making up the theatre network in Bulgaria. Under this proposed bill, equal treatment was to be given to all theatrical organisations when competing for project funding. It also outlined the shared rights and responsibilities of the state and local authorities in development of theatrical activities in Bulgaria. The law was ultimately not adopted, and the theatre sector in Bulgaria continues to press а public debate for its adoption.
The main law in the field of culture in Bulgaria is the Law on Prevention and Development of Culture. Another crucial law at the national level is the Constitution of the Republic of Bulgaria, where the foundation of artists' freedoms is guaranteed. There are three laws governing the specialised legislation in the country: • Law on the State Budget of the Republic of Bulgaria; • Public Finance Act; • State Aid Act and Rules for Implementation of the State Aid Act. In addition, there are eleven specific laws and acts in the field of culture covering the arts, cultural and... read more →